Which raising basement ceiling option is best for you?

• <div><p>If you’re not sure which method of raising the ceiling is best for you, here are a couple of considerations to help you make that decision. <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/ceiling-companies/">A professional ceiling company</a> will be able to help you determine the best option for your home.</p><ul><li><p>How long you are planning to live there: although raising the basement ceiling will increase the value of your home, if you’re planning to sell the house, then go for raising the house.</p></li><li><p>The condition of the foundation: to lower the floors, your foundation has to be intact whereas raising the house will allow you to restore the damaged foundation.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Do general contractors require a down payment for projects?

• <div><p>Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-reasonable-down-payment-contractor.htm">A reasonable down payment for a contractor</a> is <b>10% to 25% </b>of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand. </p></div>

Q: Which raising basement ceiling option is best for you?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re not sure which method of raising the ceiling is best for you, here are a couple of considerations to help you make that decision. <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/ceiling-companies/">A professional ceiling company</a> will be able to help you determine the best option for your home.</p><ul><li><p>How long you are planning to live there: although raising the basement ceiling will increase the value of your home, if you&rsquo;re planning to sell the house, then go for raising the house.</p></li><li><p>The condition of the foundation: to lower the floors, your foundation has to be intact whereas raising the house will allow you to restore the damaged foundation.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Can you finish a basement with no windows?

• <div><p>Egress windows or doors are required in finished basements to meet safety and building codes. If your basement is unfinished and used as a storage space, egress windows are not required, but anything considered a habitable space must have an additional point of egress in addition to the stairs.</p></div>

Q: Can you add a kitchenette to a basement?

• <div><p>Yes, you can add a kitchenette to a basement. However, you&rsquo;ll have to consider the costs associated with basement kitchenettes. If you&rsquo;re starting from scratch in an unfinished basement, you&rsquo;ll need to account for brand-new plumbing, electrical, flooring, and more in addition to the cost of the kitchenette. If you&rsquo;re putting a kitchenette in an already finished basement equipped with plumbing and electrical, you&rsquo;ll save considerable money. </p></div>

Q: Can you turn a regular basement into a walkout basement?

• <div><p>Yes, it is possible to turn a regular basement into a walkout basement. Doing so involves excavating the land around at least one side of your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/basement-foundation.htm">basement foundation</a>, installing retaining walls to create a permanent below-grade area outside your home, and then cutting into the foundation to install an exterior door that leads out to the new space. This is an expensive and time-consuming project, but it can add a lot of value and utility to your home.</p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2022
Jacob M, Mike K, & Marc W did a great job. Kept the dust to a minimal and job was completed in a timely fashion. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to repair water issues in your basement.
Groundworks
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Reviewed in March 2021
I was interested in having Keystone provide an assessment and quote for basement waterproofing project. I was called by a very pleasant person to make the appointment. Unfortunately, they scheduler would not allow me to make an appointment without my spouse present. I stated that this is...
Keystone Basement Systems & Structural Repair Inc
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Reviewed in October 2020
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Barr Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in October 2015
An man named Tom came out to give me an estimate for a bathroom remodel. Immediately he expressed that he was not happy because I asked him to take his shoes off. We do not where shoes in our home. When Tom entered the bathroom he commented on how small it is. He dropped his tape measure on...
BERRY SUPPLY CORP
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Reviewed in March 2014
Al had to go into the attic to install the 3 ceiling fans and build supports for each fan. He also rewired our basement from lots of individual lights with separate on/off pull cords to a double switch system so we can turn on half the lights with one switch and the back half with the other...
Mr Electric of the Western Suburbs
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Reviewed in April 2013
We found Bill on Angie's list. We had gotten estimates from a few places that were not located in Pittsburgh. Bill's price was comparable and very fair considering that his service included custom design and installation. Bill also worked extremely fast. When I first called, he told me that he...
Bill Schulers professional carpentry Services
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Reviewed in August 2012
They are a great company to work with. They were excellent. My basement was cleaner when they left. I would use them again if needed.
ENGINEERED FOUNDATION SOLUTION
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Reviewed in June 2011
Overall things went well. Found a couple problems after moving in, repaired myself. Water entered basement in one corner. Attempted several repairs but could not fix. Contacted Huffner and was told I was out of warranty.
HUFFNER CONTRACTING
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Reviewed in April 2011
He finished everything upstairs and then never came back to do down stairs. He installed temporary electric in the basement and the box actually burnt. There are loose wires hanging with lights on them. He removed panels in the basement leaving exposed nails which have cut me twice. I have...
Magnone Electric Co
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